Need to know before setting off:
Booking Flights
Each practitioner is responsible for booking their own flights to and from PVR International Airport. To ensure a smooth arrival and departure, we recommend following these flight booking guidelines:
- Arrive mid to late afternoon.*
- Depart mid-morning to early afternoon.*
- Consider utilizing airline miles or credit card points for booking."
*Note: arriving or departing flights outside of these guidelines may require you to book transfers not covered under the retreat costs.
Please complete the Flight Form after you've booked all of your flights by clicking on the button below.
Book Discussion
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
To help us connect on a deeper level, we’re offering a group discussion on The Life Impossible by Matt Haig. This is entirely optional but highly recommended. We encourage you to support your local bookstore or, if you're pressed for time, try the audiobook version on Audible.
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When retired math teacher Grace Winters inherits a rundown house on a Mediterranean island from a long-lost friend, her curiosity leads her to Ibiza with no plan. As she explores the island's rugged hills and golden beaches, Grace seeks answers about her friend's life and mysterious death. What she uncovers challenges her understanding of reality and forces her to confront her past. This tale of wonder and adventure reveals the transformative power of hope and new beginnings.
Travel Cash Guidance
Please note that gratuities are not included in the price of the retreat. Tipping is an important part of the culture in Mexico, supporting the livelihood of many. Here are some guidelines to follow:
- Tip in Mexican pesos whenever possible.
- It is customary to tip transfer drivers, excursion hosts, Uber drivers, etc.
- For villa staff, we recommend a tip of approximately $35 USD per night, which is approximately 590 MXN per night.
- We advise converting USD to pesos before traveling, or you can visit an ATM while in Puerto Vallarta to obtain local currency.
- Bring spending money, Puerto Vallarta has world-class shopping options available, along with traditional artisans and galleries you will want to visit.
- The retreat includes 2 meals per day, breakfast and dinner, plus snacks. There will be one day when the staff will prepare breakfast and lunch and guests will be encouraged to enjoy one of the wonderful restaurants of Puerto Vallarta. Guidance and reservation bookings will be facilitated.
Packing Suggestions
Our villa includes linens and towels. We will have blocks available, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
- Yoga Mat (travel mat with knee protection works great)
- Journal
- Clothing: pack a swimsuit, clothes for going out in town, clothes to enjoy excursions. Morning practice may be chilly, so pack warm-ish yoga outfits.
- Shoes: closed-toe shoes for walking on cobblestones, sandles for at the villa
- Laundry service is available for a small fee to the housekeeping staff.